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Transform your passion for healthcare into impactful leadership with the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration at Columbia International University. This program combines foundational business principles with specialized healthcare coursework, equipping you with the skills and experience needed for administrative roles in healthcare organizations.
Through a curriculum that covers healthcare systems, management, ethics, policy, finance, and strategic planning, you’ll gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience. Our experienced faculty will guide you through case studies and practical projects, helping you develop critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Whether you aim to work in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, consulting, or government agencies, this program provides the tools to manage healthcare operations effectively, making a meaningful impact on the industry.
Online
May 5
120 Credits ($445/Credit Hour)
Cook School of Business
ABHE, SACSCOC
You will develop strong communication, critical thinking, problem-solving and leadership abilities, allowing you to effectively navigate the complex landscape of healthcare administration.
The demand for healthcare administrators and professionals continues to rise due to factors such as an aging population, advancements in medical technology and evolving healthcare regulations.
The healthcare industry offers a diverse range of career opportunities, and with a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration degree, you gain a competitive edge in pursuing these roles.
In addition to the undergraduate core and other related courses, here is a glimpse at a few of the courses you will be taking in this program.
For a full list of courses related to this program, visit the Academic Catalog:
This course provides a review of the federal, state, and local health policy development and organization of the health care system in the U.S. Issues in health policy including environmental health policy, health care reform under the Affordable Care Act, pharmaceutical policy, injury prevention, and aging and long-term care provide an opportunity for health policy analysis regarding the principles of cost, rationing, quality of care, and comparative effectiveness. The impact of public entities and legislation in controlling the demand for health services is evaluated. Compares existing policy and policy formation in other countries with the United States.
This course introduces the administration of long-term care facilities and services. Emphasis is placed on nursing home care, home health care, hospice, skilled nursing facilities, and other long-term care services. Emphasis is on regulations, reimbursement, and aspects of care delivery that are unique to care for the elderly.
This course explores the manager’s role in monitoring and improving clinical and organizational quality/outcomes. Quality improvement practices related to methods, cost-effectiveness, quality of life, and delivery of care are examined. An analysis of the influence of accreditation, regulatory, licensing, and certification requirements on healthcare delivery provides additional perspectives on organizational and patient care.
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